2001 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 364 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Honda Civic (144 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | Niva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
